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Place Fell 15k

Portsmouth, South East, United Kingdom

calendar_today 18 Jul, 2026

About the Event

Discover the stunning beauty of the Ullswater Valley at the Place Fell 15, a uniquely timed 15km trail race set for a 5:00 PM start on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Featuring 680m of semi-technical ascent, this tough yet highly attainable course is specifically designed as the perfect gateway into more demanding mountain running events. The route circumnavigates the base of Place Fell, keeping close to the picturesque shores of Ullswater within the UNESCO World Heritage Site. As a key part of the Helvellyn Sky Ultra weekend, this twilight race offers a vibrant atmosphere and the opportunity to share the weekend energy without the extreme elevation or scrambling demands of the longer ultras. Participants have a generous 3.5 hours to complete the course, supported by one fully-supplied feed station and manned checkpoints for safety. Every finisher receives a unique wild flower seed medal and post-race vegan soup, adding a sustainable touch to your achievement. With entries opening October 4, 2025, and available on the day, this is your chance to experience the best of the Lake District trails in a fun, fast-paced format.

Races Offered

15 km

Jul 18, 2026

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Distance — 15K

terrain

Type — —

timer

13 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Portsmouth.

thermostat Temperature

14.6° / 20.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

12.6° / 18.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 30m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

16.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.6)

humidity_mid Humidity

74.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:10

nightlight Sunset

21:09

About Portsmouth

Learn more about the host city, Portsmouth.

Portsmouth is a large city in the county of Hampshire, on the south coast of England. Portsmouth plays a major role in British history, especially naval history. Its rich heritage offers a variety of attractions, including the Historical Dockyard, which houses some of the most historical warships in the world – HMS Victory, Lord Nelson's flagship used at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, and the Mary Rose, a Tudor-era warship. Portsmouth has two cathedrals, including the Romanesque Portsmouth Cathedral, 12 museums, most of which are free, and two theatres. The city offers excellent shopping facilities in the Gunwharf Quays complex, home to a variety of designer stores including Ralph Lauren, Hugo Boss and Barbour, as well as the striking 557 ft (170 m) landmark Spinnaker Tower, which offers excellent views of the Solent and City.